So Money with Farnoosh Torabi 1861: Girl Math, Tradwives, and the Cost of Playing Small
Aug 4, 2025
Meg Wheeler, CPA and founder of the Equitable Money Project, dives into the pitfalls of 'girl math' and its implications on women's financial confidence. She passionately argues that financial knowledge trumps wealth in building true independence. Together, they explore the importance of political engagement as a strategic financial tool and demystify the cultural conversations surrounding money. The chat wraps up with Meg sharing her summer spending joys, proving that financial awareness can be both empowering and fun.
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Make Your Voice Heard Politically
- Call your representatives regularly as your voices influence their decisions through documented feedback.
- Leaving voicemails after hours is effective and eases discomfort for those who dislike phone calls.
Education Is True Wealth
- Education, not just money, is the greatest asset wealthy people have to build wealth.
- Building a financial knowledge toolbox is key for those without generational wealth to create lasting wealth.
Early Money Lesson from Family
- Meg Wheeler grew up with a single mom who warned of tight Christmas budgets but still received many gifts due to community support.
- This experience taught her that money communication often differs from reality, inspiring her focus on financial transparency.